The
activities of the Great Mystic, Sage, Philosopher and Writer Shri Paramahamsa Omkarananda
Saraswati embrace spiritual,
cultural, educational, scientific and social fields. One of the significant
achievements in these fields is the unique work he has done for the upliftment
of the backward regions in the hills of the Himalayan Garhwal area. In
recognition of his extraordinary services he has received several prestigious
honours like Mother India Award, Bharat Nirman Award and Hind Rattan Award.

The Ashram at Rishikesh, set on one of the foot-hills of the
Himalayas, is one of the main branches of his international
Institution. It aims at the realisation of educational,
social, cultural and spiritual projects. Omkarananda Ashram
Himalayas carries on its activities through its registered
Trusts - Omkarananda Dharma Samsthan, Omkarananda Charitable
Trust, Omkarananda Educational Society, Omkarananda Natya
Kala Academy and other educational and cultural
Institutions.